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Myeongdong Merlin Hotel

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Gwangjang Market

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a city view.
A cityscape view from a window with a white metal ladder leaning against the window frame.
A hotel room with a bed, a window, and a view of a cityscape.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a large screen displaying the hotel name.
A traditional wooden building with multiple balconies and outdoor seating areas.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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245, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, 04559
  • Place, Gwangjang Market
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Myeongdong Street
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a tissue box, and a blue curtain.

Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Family Namsan View

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a city view.

Deluxe Family Namsan View

  • Mountain view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A compact hotel room with a bunk bed, a kitchenette, and a single bed.

Standard Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room (N Tower View)

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk with a telephone, and a mirror.

Double Room (N Tower View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view of a cityscape, an air conditioning unit, a clock, and a desk with a mirror and a flat-screen TV.

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

  • City view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Family City View

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a chair, and a clock on the wall.

Deluxe Family City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premier Triple Room

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a desk with a telephone, and a chair.

Premier Triple Room

  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Seoul

Heart of Seoul.Within a 15-minute walk of this Jung-gu hotel, you'll find Gwangjang Market and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park. Myeongdong Street and Namsan Mountain Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Korea House - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cheonggyecheon - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gwangjang Market - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Myeongdong Street - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Chungmuro Station - 6 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 9 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lucky Seoul - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪복정집 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nam Chon Ok Korean Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jyoti Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Myeongdong Merlin Hotel

3-star hotel near Gwangjang Market
As a guest of Myeongdong Merlin Hotel, you'll find multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and express check-in. WiFi is free in public spaces. Myeongdong Merlin Hotel also features an elevator, a microwave in a common area, and a water dispenser.
  • 77 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • Built in 2016
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Myeongdong Merlin Hotel offers 77 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and slippers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 40-inch LED televisions come with cable channels and first-run movies. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with cable channels
  • DVD player
  • First-run movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: KRW 10000

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 10 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 7 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: KRW 10000 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 10 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 7 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Chungmuro Residence Hotel Seoul
Chungmuro Residence Hotel
Chungmuro Residence Seoul
Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Seoul
Myeongdong Merlin Seoul
Myeongdong Merlin
Hotel Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Seoul
Seoul Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Hotel
Hotel Myeongdong Merlin Hotel
Chungmuro Residence Hotel
Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Hotel
Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Seoul
Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Hotel Seoul

Frequently asked questions

How close is Myeongdong Merlin Hotel to the airport?

Myeongdong Merlin Hotel is 16.3 mi (54-min drive) away from the Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Myeongdong Merlin Hotel?

As of Aug 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Myeongdong Merlin Hotel on Aug 27, 2026 start from $112, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Myeongdong Merlin Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Myeongdong Merlin Hotel.

Does Myeongdong Merlin Hotel offer free breakfast?

Myeongdong Merlin Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Myeongdong Merlin Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (3-min drive) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (9-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Myeongdong Merlin Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Myeongdong Merlin Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Myeongdong Merlin Hotel have a pool?

Myeongdong Merlin Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Myeongdong Merlin Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Myeongdong Merlin Hotel to downtown Seoul?

Myeongdong Merlin Hotel is 1.2 mi away from Seoul.

Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 205 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 205 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 205 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 205 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 205 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don’t expect something fancy but it was a comfortable stay. The staff was friendly and hard working.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ShihYun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and excellent service. The only downside was that there was no air conditioning in mid-April, so it felt a bit stuffy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the view from my room and everything else was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel was such a good find! The price was perfect and the rooms were always clean. Everything we wanted to do in town was in walking distance and the subway was super close as well!! The managers were really friendly and made us feel at home!! Definitely recommend 10 out of 10 !! Will definitely be coming back here from my next trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Good value for the money.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Chi

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was excellent; lobby area was nice with complimentary coffee, tea, water bottles, and cookies. Disposable utensils and plates were also available. The room and washroom was dated. The room was also not sound proof from rooms above and below. There is AC, kettle, and dryer available in the room. The room could accommodate 5-6 guests (Family)
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Forrest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love the view and location. The man at the front desk was super nice and accomidating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mei Lan Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Location was good. The hotel was a little old and slightly run down, however it was clean and tidy , and the hosts were very friendly .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deanna Fae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel room was nice and spacious if not a little weird, staff were helpful and friendly and location was good! Bed was big but verrry solid! Over all we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first stay at South Korea. The staff was helpful and friendly. The hotel was close to the subways and bus. There was also a emart next door. The location was perfect .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Mei Leng

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel needs serious renovation. The hotel interior is very old.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was immensely helpful. I had an issue not related to the hotel at all and they went above and beyond and helped me resolve it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time staying at this hotel. Everyone liked it the first time and so we stayed there again. We were happy to come back to a familiar place. The hotel also has a scale to weigh our luggage. This helped us sort through things before we took the nearby airport bus.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Provided free water
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Xiao Lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The place looks like a student residence, in my room the sink in the kitchen area is not working. The location is good, close to subway.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent location, 5 min walk from Chungmuro subway, clean, helpful staff, good facilities. Laundry machine was broken.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Great location

The hotel is in a great location, 5 minute walk from the airport bus and nearest metro, and a few seconds to the bus stop that will take you into Myeongdong or Dongdaemun. The view from my room on the 9th floor was beautiful and one of the best things about my stay. The room itself is not the prettiest or most welcoming-looking, and the bed was very hard compared to what I'm used to, but I got used to it quickly and I had a really nice time there. The staff are also super friendly, and I was even allowed to check in 2 hours before the official time as my room was already ready. This was great after having travelled for 17 hours and not something I've experienced at any other hotel I've stayed at in Korea.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Merlin has magic in its staff

While the Merlin is not 5 star, the service is awesome, it’s an older building but what it lacks in appearance is more than compensated by the helpfulness of the manager and other staff. People who complain that it’s old should spend more of their money and go to some fancy hotel where the service can be very impersonal. The Merlin is small but the personnel have big hearts. I definitely would check in here should I visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Amarjargal

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

For me

I wanted to repair the place where I stayed for 4 nights. size, cleaning, and service are no problem. The color of the wallpaper and the place seemed very old. The toothbrush was bad, I thought I needed a big towel. the location was beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Yae sup

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So frustrated! They need to be remodeling all. So, so, poor and dirty.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

John

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The sink and washer were both broken they were way to relaxed about security. The code to my room, and many rooms was 1234. When I asked for a new key I didn’t show ID. Just gave them my room number and they printed one out. The worst part was that the pillows and mattress were incredibly uncomfortable. Can’t get past that.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

GERVACIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
1st time in Seoul for our group. The photos on the website were not what we expected. Room was rather small and could have used some refurbishment. There was a loft, but you could not stand there… I had to crawl from the ladder to my bed. What made up for the room was the staff. Very helpful! They provided free bottled water and had a laundry service across the street for us. The hotel was close to one of the subway stations and rather convenient. Would we stay there again?…. Probably not as it was too small for us. What made it okay was the staff’s friendliness and we were only there to shower/sleep since we were out the whole 7 days we stayed there. Also, get a room on the opposite side of the street as the sun makes the room very warm (even with the A/C) on.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Atsuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
フロントのスタッフの方は日本語対応可能で、すごく丁寧に接客してくれました。 水のペットボトルが自由にもらえるのがすごく助かりました。
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

MAEDA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
飲み物やおやつが無料でした！
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Akito

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
床暖だけで、暖房は操作できませんでした、さぶかったです。 スタッフは過ごす優しい人たちでした！
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025